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Management of Bilateral Condylar Fractures in an Edentulous Patient with Atrophic Mandible Using CADCAM Technology

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Abstract

Purpose

The objective of this article is to report the case of an edentulous patient with a diagnosis of bilateral condylar fracture, who was treated using virtual planning.

Methods

CAD/CAM technology was used for the design and manufacture of a Gunning splint, which was employed for open reduction of the right fracture and closed management of the left side.

Results

The reduction of the right condylar fracture projected in the planning was achieved, as well as the return of the vertical dimension and the restoration of function, after 28 months of observation.

Conclusion

In the case of total edentulism, the lack of occlusal guidance and bone atrophy are important variables to consider; however, tools such as CAD/CAM technology can be used to take more predictable treatment decisions and facilitate the execution of the procedures.

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  1. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Clínica de la Presentación, Grupo Ortofacial, Clínica Ospedale, Manizales, Colombia

    Gabriel Duran-Rodriguez

  2. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Departamento de Cirugía Oral y Maxilofacial, Hospital San Juan de Dios and Hospital UNIBE, Vía Natura #205, Granadilla de Curridabat, San José, Costa Rica

    Andrés Gómez-Delgado

  3. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency Program, Universidad El Bosque, Bogotá, Colombia

    Andrés Gómez-Delgado & Juan Pablo López

  4. Oral and Maxillofacial Department, Hospital Universitario Santa Fe de Bogotá, Bogotá, Colombia

    Juan Pablo López

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Duran-Rodriguez, G., Gómez-Delgado, A. & López, J.P. Management of Bilateral Condylar Fractures in an Edentulous Patient with Atrophic Mandible Using CADCAM Technology. J. Maxillofac. Oral Surg. 21, 124–128 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12663-021-01652-8

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